Gen Z Dating Insights: Red Flags, Green Flags, and the Gray Areas of Modern Relationships
August 22, 2025
2 minutes read
This episode of PowerPod dives into the most common debates in Gen Z dating and relationships. How do you categorise behaviour into red flag, green flag or in Tajaswini’s words ‘yellow flag’? The panel shares raw perspectives on the realities of modern love. All from texting an estranged lover from the past to defining a relationship too soon.
For some, texting an ex is a non-negotiable red flag. It feels like disrespect to the current partner and according to them, can rekindle the old fire. For others, it may not matter if the conversations are professional or rooted in the familiarity of a friendship. The discussion shows how different people set different boundaries in relationships. They also talk about why trust and maturity are key in deciding what works for a couple.
The episode also discusses early commitments, be it meeting friends and family after just a few dates or making the relationship official too quickly. While some of the panelists see this as a sign of seriousness, others feel it adds pressure. The group emphasizes that comfort, timing and mutual respect are more important than labels or expectations.
The panel also discusses social media boundaries and whether ‘love at first sight’ is real or just a Bollywood phenomenon. The conversation makes it clear that what may feel like romance to someone can feel like red flag behaviour to another. By sharing personal stories and opinions, the panel makes the conversation a blend of both entertainment and knowledge.
Just like previous episodes, this one too highlights the timeless truths of any relationship. Healthy relationships be it for Gen X, the millennials or Gen Z, all thrive on respect, trust and communication. Knowing how to set and navigate boundaries, when to compromise and how to stand for each other is what brings light to confusion. They help to turn attraction into something real and lasting.
If you are still curious about how Gen Z defines love, red flags and green flags in relationships, this episode will get you to reflect on your own experiences and expectations.
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Host: Ayushi Kaushik
Participants: Ayushi Kaushik, Vaishali Bhardwaj, Prachi Aggarwal,Aryan Srivastava, Tejaswini D Naidu.
Editor(s): Monali Sathe.
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